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We connect, collaborate, and serve as one community to support children and families in foster care.

09/02/2026

There’s more than one way to make a difference. ❤️

You don’t have to foster or adopt to be part of the story. You can mentor. Advocate. Volunteer. Pray. You can bring a meal, offer encouragement, show up for a foster family, speak up for vulnerable children, or simply be someone who says, “You don’t have to do this alone.”

Every role matters. Every yes makes a difference. And when we work together, we can create a stronger community of hope and support for children and families.

“Each of you should use whatever gift you have received to serve others, as faithful stewards of God’s grace.” — 1 Peter 4:10

✨ Adopt. Foster. Mentor. Advocate. Volunteer. Pray.
Find your place. Use your gifts. Be part of the village.

Check out our link in bio.

08/26/2026

📚 Back-to-School Prayer 🍎

As classrooms begin to fill once again, let's pause and pray.

Lord, we lift up every child walking through school doors this year—especially children in foster care who may be starting at a new school, adjusting to a new home, or carrying burdens that others cannot see.

We pray for:
🤍 Peace instead of anxiety.
📚 Confidence to learn and grow.
👩‍🏫 Teachers and school staff to notice the child who needs extra patience, encouragement, or kindness.
🏠 Foster parents and caregivers as they navigate homework, routines, transportation, and new beginnings.
❤️ Biological families working toward healing and reunification.
🤝 Friendships that help every child know they belong.

May our schools be places where every child is seen, valued, and loved.

"Have I not commanded you? Be strong and courageous. Do not be afraid; do not be discouraged, for the Lord your God will be with you wherever you go." — Joshua 1:9

Join us in praying for a school year filled with hope, healing, and opportunities for every child.

08/19/2026

⛪ Imagine What's Possible...

There are over 182,000 churches across the United States.

What if every church asked:
• How can we support foster families?
• How can we wrap around biological families?
• How can we care for children in our own community?

CAFO's vision isn't simply more foster families—it's More Than Enough:
✔️ Foster families
✔️ Kinship families
✔️ Adoptive families
✔️ Wraparound support
✔️ Help for biological families working toward reunification

Together, our communities can become places where every child and family has the support they need.

Want to be part of the solution in Allen County? Follow along, get involved, and discover how your family, church, or organization can help.

08/12/2026

Hope in Numbers

Across the United States:
🏡 333,411 children are in out-of-home care.
❤️ More than 100,000 children are being cared for by relatives through kinship care.
👨‍👩‍👧‍👦 More than 44,000 children found permanent adoptive families in 2025.

These numbers remind us that while the need is significant, lives are being changed every day because families continue to say "yes."

Whether you foster, adopt, mentor, provide meals, pray, or encourage foster families—you are part of the solution.

"Let us not grow weary in doing good..." – Galatians 6:9

Want to be part of the solution in Allen County? Follow along, get involved, and discover how your family, church, or organization can help.

08/05/2026

Want to be part of the solution in Allen County? Follow along, get involved, and discover how your family, church, or organization can help.🎧 Looking for something meaningful to listen to this week?

We recommend Episode 34 of the More Than Enough Podcast! This conversation is a great reminder that caring for children and families isn't something we're meant to do alone. It takes churches, agencies, community partners, and everyday people working together to create lasting change. Whether you're a foster parent, volunteer, church leader, child welfare professional, or simply someone who wants to make a difference, this episode will encourage and inspire you.

Take a listen, then let us know your biggest takeaway in the comments! 💙

Listen toEpisode 34 of the More Than Enough Podcast- https://cafo.org/podcasts/more-than-enough-podcast/mtep-episode34/

Want to be part of the solution in Allen County? Follow along, get involved, and discover how your family, church, or organization can help.

07/29/2026

Will You Pause and Pray for a Child in Foster Care Today? 💙

Today, we're asking our community to take just one minute to pray for the children in foster care.

Pray for the child who is wondering where they'll sleep tonight.

Pray for the child missing their parents, siblings, and everything familiar.

Pray for the child preparing for a visit, a court hearing, or a transition they don't fully understand.

Pray for healing from trauma, for hope in the middle of uncertainty, and for people who will surround them with unconditional love.

"The Lord is close to the brokenhearted and saves those who are crushed in spirit." — Psalm 34:18

Prayer may seem like a small act, but we serve a God who moves mountains. Your prayers matter. They bring comfort, hope, and remind us that no child is ever forgotten by God.

07/23/2026

🎒Check out this FREE community event!🎉

The Back to School Bash at Hope Church Fort Wayne is a wonderful opportunity for families to get ready for the new school year while enjoying a fun day together.
Hope Church Fort Wayne

We are so grateful for Hope Church and their heart for serving children and families in our community. Thank you for stepping up to make a difference and helping kids start the school year with confidence!

Be sure to check it out and share with anyone who would benefit! 💙📚📝

07/22/2026

Supporting Reunification: One of the Greatest Gifts a Foster Parent Can Give

Reunification is often the goal of foster care. While it can bring mixed emotions, it is also an opportunity to love a child and their family well. Supporting reunification doesn't mean your heart won't hurt—it means you're choosing to put a child's best interests first, even when it's difficult.

Here are a few ways foster parents can support successful reunification:

💙 Speak positively about the child's parents
💙 Share memories and milestones
💙 Encourage healthy connections
💙 Be a teammate, not a competitor
💙 Pray for healing, restoration and wisdom for the entire family

Reunification is rarely easy, but when foster parents, birth families, and professionals work together, children have the greatest opportunity to thrive.

07/15/2026

📣 One Week Away!

Our next Foster Collaborative Quarterly Gathering is just one week away, and we'd love to see you there!

When organizations, churches, foster families, and community partners come together, we strengthen the support system for children and families in Allen County. This gathering is an opportunity to connect, hear updates from across the collaborative, share ideas, and be encouraged by others who are passionate about making a difference.

Whether you've attended before or this will be your first time, there's a place for you at the table. Bring a colleague, invite a friend, and join us as we continue building a stronger, more connected foster care community.

🗓️ Tuesday, July 21
⏰ 10:00–11:00 AM
📍 The Crossing Community Church
909 Main St., New Haven, IN 46774

Together, we can create brighter futures for children and families. We can't wait to see you there!

Please let us know if you plan to attend by rsvp on this link: https://calendar.app.google/iH85qMtfpURFfF4q7

07/14/2026

Come check out Cooper House’s garage sale this Thursday and Friday!!

Address

1010 Carroll Road
Fort Wayne, IN
46825-1558

Website

http://fosterallencounty.org/

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